A beloved neighbourhood hybrid of wine shop and bar where four French owners guide you through an immense selection of bottles and regional snacks.
Ordering Strategy
The menu rotates monthly to focus on a specific French-speaking region, so ask what is currently in season. It functions as a shop-bar hybrid, so you can pick a bottle from the shelf for a corkage fee.
What to order
Mixed Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Praised for featuring "excellent artisanal French produce," ranging from "wedges of Comté to jars of foie gras."
Smoked Haddock Brandade with Poached Egg
Described as "a simple and comforting dish" that stands out as a satisfying hot option to enjoy at the bar.
Wine from the Shelves
The venue boasts a "fabulous wine selection" where you can "drink any of the wines on the shelves for a small corkage."
Bordeaux-style Canelés
These traditional pastries "rounded things off nicely," providing a sweet finish to the savory meal.
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Signal Score
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Top critic: J A Smith (90%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
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Coverage 2 pts
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Public Signal 15 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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Review signals
0 Elite · 2 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.8★ (399 reviews)
Good to know
There is a garden out back for warmer weather. The food menu is secondary to the wine, designed as 'tapas-style' support.
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